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Govt sets 15 regions as demographic bonus model area

Indonesia's Minister of Population and Family Development, Wihaji, has designated 15 districts and cities as pilot ...

Antara News 14 Jul 2026 1:22 pm

Govt limits students' gadget use in schools to promote safety

Indonesia's Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education issued Circular Letter Number 18 of 2026 on Restrictions on ...

Antara News 14 Jul 2026 12:59 pm

Indonesia pioneers global B50 policy for energy, economic boost

Indonesia has launched its mandatory B50 biodiesel program, becoming the first country in the world to implement a 50 ...

Antara News 14 Jul 2026 12:54 pm

Indonesia rules out medium-term tax hikes, expands tax base

Indonesia's Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa affirmed that the government has no plans to raise tax rates in ...

Antara News 14 Jul 2026 12:47 pm

Navigating AI bubble: Balancing innovation and policy in Indonesia

Have you ever paused to wonder whether the human brain is gradually becoming less capable because our growing reliance ...

Antara News 14 Jul 2026 12:36 pm

Jaishankar discusses global developments, including West Asia, Ukraine with UN Chief Guterres

Mr. Jaishankar launched Indias official campaign for a non-permanent seat at the UN Security Council for 2028-29 at an event at the world bodys headquarters in the United Nations that was attended by UN ambassadors, diplomats and officials

The Hindu 14 Jul 2026 12:18 pm

TransNusa Connects Two World Class Holiday Destinations with the Launch of New Bali-Phuket Scheduled Flights

TransNusa today announced the launch of its new direct scheduled flight between Bali and Phuket, bringing ...

Antara News 14 Jul 2026 11:54 am

Garuda Indonesia Strengthens Service Transformation with Piece-based Checked Baggage Policy

Offering up to 64 kg for tickets issued from 1 September ...

Antara News 14 Jul 2026 11:51 am

RI and Saudi Arabia expand cooperation in transport sector

Indonesia and Saudi Arabia are committed to expandtheir cooperation in the transport sector by strengthening ...

Antara News 14 Jul 2026 10:38 am

Indian sailor killed in Iran missile strike on tankers

An Indian crew member was killed and six others injured after Iranian cruise missiles struck two UAE tankers, the UAE said.

BBC 14 Jul 2026 10:20 am

Govt committed to reviving cooperatives as economic pillar

Indonesia's Ministry of Cooperatives has reaffirmed its commitment to reviving and restoring cooperatives as the ...

Antara News 14 Jul 2026 10:04 am

BGN prioritizes nutrition as free meals resume

The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has reaffirmed its commitment to improving nutritional quality under the Free ...

Antara News 14 Jul 2026 9:40 am

Bali waste-to-energy project marks green transformation

The development of Indonesias major waste-to-energy project (PSEL) in Bali marks a significant transformation in ...

Antara News 14 Jul 2026 6:56 am

EU, U.K. hit Russia with joint sanctions over cyber attacks

The move comes as Western officials warn Russia has stepped up its hybrid campaign to destabilise Europe over four years into the war on Ukraine.

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 11:15 pm

Trump says U.S. will blockade Iran in Strait of Hormuz and will charge ships for safe passage

Trump said on social media that Iranian ships will no longer be able to travel through the Strait and America would charge a 20% toll on eligible cargo, as the conflict with Iran has intensified after peace talks failed to deliver meaningful progress.

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 9:05 pm

BPOM moves to mitigate Strait of Hormuz impact on drug industry

The Food and Drug Monitoring Agency (BPOM) is taking regulatory and collaborative measures to safeguard the supply of ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 8:49 pm

KSP head reviews MBG program readiness for new academic year

Presidential Staff Office (KSP) head Dudung Abdurachman reviewed the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) and its Nutritional ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 8:48 pm

WSBP Increases Its Contribution to National Infrastructure Development, Drives Improvements in Corporate Performance

Jakarta (ANTARA)- PT Waskita Beton Precast Tbk reported operating revenue of Rp808.07 billion in the first half ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 8:39 pm

Banyuwangi to host ASEAN-ID blue economy development forum

Banyuwangi District in East Java was chosen to host the ASEAN-ID Blue international forum, bringing together ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 8:28 pm

Indonesian police arrest suspect in Jakarta school bomb threat

Police arrested a suspect over a bomb threat targeting an elementary school in South Jakarta, saying the individual ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 8:23 pm

Modi's visit marks new era for Indonesia-India strategic partnership

On a sunny day in early July 2026, President Prabowo Subianto bestowed upon Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi the ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 8:23 pm

Rising seas, land subsidence put Jakarta at critical risk: minister

Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono has warned that Jakarta ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 8:06 pm

DEWA International Launched as a Wholly Owned Independent Subsidiary of DEWA to Develop Global Energy and Water Projects

-HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy,announced the ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 7:26 pm

A sea of devotees complete parikrama at the rooftop of the world

Around 24,000 pilgrims have visited Mount Kailash in Chinas Tibet Autonomous Region since May this year with the pilgrimage season set to continue till September; the numbers so far are up from 20,750 last year when the pilgrimage was reopened for Indian devotees after a gap of five years

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 7:16 pm

Indonesia mandates Coretax platform for all tax processes

Indonesias Directorate General of Taxes has mandated that all tax administration processes must be conducted ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 6:15 pm

Three dead in Manchester synagogue terrorist attack, including suspect: U.K. police; two arrests made

The incident took place as people gathered at the synagogue on Yom Kippur, the day of atonement and the most solemn day in the Jewish calendar

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 6:12 pm

London Jewish community ambulances set ablaze in suspected hate crime, police say

The arson attack is being treated as an antisemitic hate crime, according to officials.

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 6:10 pm

BPOLBF launches series of Flores religious tourism events for 2026

The 2026 Golo Curu Maria Ratu Rosari Festival was launched in Ruteng, East Nusa Tenggara, opening a series of religious ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 5:28 pm

Pertamina imports 45.9 thousand tons of LPG from US to secure stock

State-owned downstream energy subsidiary PT Pertamina Patra Niaga has completed a massive transoceanic supply mission, ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 5:18 pm

England outplayed by India in crushing Test defeat

England are bowled out for 186 before lunch on the final day of the Lord's Test as India win by 270 runs.

BBC 13 Jul 2026 5:16 pm

Fathers in Indonesia urged to support children at school

Indonesia's population minister urged fathers to play a greater role in supporting children, including those with ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 5:09 pm

Padma Run Bandung 2026 Returns On October 4th 2026 With A Greater Purpose, Uniting Runners For Change

The return of Padma Run Bandung 2026, the annual running event that brings together communities through fitness, ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 4:57 pm

ZEEKR, TPM Automotive, and SINEXCEL Jointly Build Thailand's Fastest Megawatt-Level Charging Station

ZEEKR, TPM Automotive, and SINEXCEL announced the grand opening of Thailand's first megawatt-level ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 4:47 pm

BRIN identifies bright flash over Java as meteor

A bright celestial object seen streaking across the skies over Java on Saturday night was a large meteor burning up ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 4:31 pm

Govt designs special fuel pricing for mid-sized fishermen

The government is formulating a dedicated, discounted fuel pricing scheme for fishermen operating mid-to-large-sized ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 4:27 pm

Indonesia, Australia expand audit cooperation

Indonesia's Supreme Audit Board (BPK) and the Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) agreed to deepen cooperation ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 4:02 pm

Free meal program has involved 148 thousand local suppliers: Minister

Indonesia's free nutritious meals program has engaged about 148,000 local suppliers and will increasingly rely on ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 3:56 pm

Indonesian Navy sends warship, elite troops to Russia for drills

The Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) has deployed a warship and elite special forces units to Vladivostok, Russia, to ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 3:51 pm

Health Ministry partners with Takeda for US$30m plasma ecosystem

The Indonesian Health Ministry partnered with global biopharmaceutical giant Takeda to establish the countrys ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 3:36 pm

DJI Puts Drones to the Test on the World's Highest Peak

DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today announced the successful completion of ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 3:35 pm

Indonesian govt promotes cooperatives for migrant workers

Indonesia's Ministry for the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers(KP2MI)is promoting stronger ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 3:33 pm

Indonesia sets aside 87,000 hectare for orangutan conservation

Indonesia's Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni has prepared an 87,000-hectare conservation area in East Kalimantan ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 3:29 pm

Govt stresses school safety as police trace bomb threat suspect

Indonesia's Deputy Minister of Primary and Secondary Education, Atip Latipulhayat, condemned a bomb threat that ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 3:11 pm

Minister urges focus on children's well-being over grades

Indonesia's Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture Pratikno urged parents and teachers to ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 3:05 pm

Navy prepares Lampung base for Indonesia's first aircraft carrier

The Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) officially designated the Lampung Naval Base as a primary hub for the countrys ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 3:00 pm

Danantara to develop 26 downstream projects worth US$12.4 billion

Indonesia's sovereign wealth fund Danantara is developing 26 downstream industrial projects worth Rp225 trillion ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 2:57 pm

Indef urges Indonesia to broaden food reserves for El Nino

Indonesia should strengthen reserves of all key food commodities, not just rice, to prepare for a dry season ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 2:52 pm

Indonesia affirms readiness to assist Myanmar peace process via ASEAN

Indonesia reaffirmed its commitment to help Myanmar achieve lasting peace through ASEAN's Five-Point Consensus, ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 2:46 pm

D-8 HEI closes, transaction commitments recorded over USD13 million

The inaugural D-8 Halal Expo Indonesia closed with more than US$13.4 million in transaction commitments, underscoring ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 2:42 pm

Hollyland MELO P1 Fits a Full Recording Studio into One Wireless Case

Hollyland, a leading provider of wireless communication and video solutions, has announced the MELO P1. This complete, ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 2:25 pm

Indonesia seeks rice export agreements with Malaysia, Singapore

The State Logistics Agency (Bulog) is pushing for rice export agreements with Malaysia and Singapore by pursuing price ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 2:20 pm

Cathay FHC Convenes Asia's Leading Climate Finance Summit as Record Participation Signals Growing Momentum for Sustainable Transition

More than 5,800 participants from over 2,000 organizations joined the 10th Cathay Sustainability Finance & Climate ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 2:19 pm

Top UN official accuses Hamas of Gaza aid obstruction

Hamas's actions endangered humanitarian personnel, intimidated workers delivering life-saving food assistance and disrupted life-saving humanitarian operations, said UN Deputy Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 2:08 pm

Minister eyes Japan as new market for East Java mango exports

Indonesia's Minister of Transmigration, Muhammad Iftitah Sulaiman Suryanagara, is seeking to expand mango exports ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 1:49 pm

South Korean court sentences former President to two years in jail in political funding case

Yoon Suk Yeol had denied the charges, saying he had not requested the polls or promised anything in return

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 1:14 pm

KIT WAN STUDIOS to shine on the CENTRESTAGE ELITES runway this September

Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 1:12 pm

Health Ministry strengthens critical care in Highland Papua

The Indonesian Ministry of Health, through the National Teaching Hospitals Coordinator, has ensured the smooth ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 1:01 pm

Forestry Ministry contains 7-ha fire in Riau as cooling continues

The Indonesian Ministry of Forestry swiftly extinguished forest and land fires spanning seven hectares in Rokan Hilir ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 12:25 pm

Indonesia targets waste management overhaul in 40 cities by 2028

The Indonesian government has set a target of tackling waste management issues in 40 major urban regions nationwide by ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 12:18 pm

U.S. hits Iran as Gulf states targeted in flare-up over Hormuz

Iran responded to the latest U.S. attacks by targeting Gulf nations, with the powerful Revolutionary Guards announcing new strikes on Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait, according to state media reports

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 12:03 pm

Balen Shah government faces protests over eviction of landless squatters

Guwahati: Hundreds of people staged a protest in Nepals capital on Sunday against the governments ongoing eviction drive targeting landless squatters, accusing authorities of displacing vulnerable families without providing adequate rehabilitation or alternative housing. The demonstration was held outside the Singha Durbar Secretariat, where protesters carried placards demanding an end to what they described as [] The post Balen Shah government faces protests over eviction of landless squatters appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 13 Jul 2026 11:35 am

Indonesia taps cooperatives for people-centered economy: Prabowo

President Prabowo Subianto underscored cooperatives as the embodiment of Indonesias people-centered economy, ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 10:06 am

Hytera Introduces PDC580 Dual-Mode Rugged Radio to Support Seamless Communication Across Critical Operations

-Hytera, a leading global provider of critical communications technologies and solutions, announced the launch of ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 9:19 am

Indonesia completes 15,845 Red and White Village Cooperatives

Indonesia has fully completed construction of 15,845 Red and White Village Cooperatives, with the government preparing ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 9:18 am

National Crafts Council stimulates regional economy: Minister

Minister of Home Affairs Tito Karnavian said the 46th anniversary celebration of the National Crafts Council (Dekranas) ...

Antara News 13 Jul 2026 9:16 am

England facing defeat in Knight & Beaumont's farewell

Tammy Beaumont and Heather Knight fall cheaply in their final innings for England as India close in on victory at Lord's.

BBC 12 Jul 2026 11:35 pm

Myanmar tells ASEAN Aung San Suu Kyi will be looked after: envoy

Suu Kyi is serving a 27-year sentence, recently commuted by one-third, on a multitude of criminal charges that her allies say were fabricated to keep her out of politics

The Hindu 12 Jul 2026 10:07 pm

PP TUNAS enactment shows positive impact on child protection features

Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Nezar Patria stated that the enforcement of Government Regulation ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 9:19 pm

Indonesia expands low-interest loans through cooperatives: President

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto stated the Red and White Village Cooperatives will provide micro and super-micro ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 9:02 pm

Village co-ops to boost people's prosperity by Rp223 trillion: Prabowo

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto noted that the Red and White Village Cooperatives are projected to boost ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 8:30 pm

Indonesia extends condolences to Qatar on passing of former emir

Indonesia extends its deepest condolences to Qatar'sgovernment and people on the passing of ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 7:48 pm

Village cooperatives stem from decades-long dream: Prabowo

President Prabowo Subianto revealed that the idea of establishing the Red and White Village Cooperatives had been on ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 7:45 pm

Banyuwangi readies BEC 2026 with festival lineup to attract tourists

The Banyuwangi District Government in East Java has prepared a series of attractions for tourists next week, in ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 7:37 pm

Vietnam boat tragedy: Mortal remains of 15 Indian nationals arrive in Ho Chi Minh City, repatriation being arranged

The Embassy added that, along with the Consulate teams and the Vietnamese authorities, it remains committed to facilitating the earliest repatriation

The Hindu 12 Jul 2026 7:05 pm

Indonesia takes active role in boosting ASEAN-China air connectivity

Indonesia reiterated its commitment to actively strengthen air connectivity between ASEAN countries and China to expand ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 7:04 pm

Building an integrated halal economy through RI's D-8 chairmanship

Global demand for halal products continues to grow as the Muslim consumer market expands, yet the global halal ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 6:58 pm

Prabowo sees cooperatives as Indonesia's economic engine

President Prabowo Subianto said he is committed to making cooperatives the nation's economic engine by ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 6:37 pm

Prabowo eyes Indonesia's economic revival starting from villages

President Prabowo Subianto said Indonesia's economic revival is expected to begin at the village level before ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 6:21 pm

Typhoon Bavi weakens but still brings strong winds, rain to China

Strong winds and heavy rain are expected to impact many eastern and northeastern Chinese cities on Sunday (July 12) and Monday (July 13), China's National Meteorological Centre said

The Hindu 12 Jul 2026 6:11 pm

Govt plans bigger agriculture budget for Papua

The Ministry of Agriculture has announced plans to increase the agricultural development budget for Papua to accelerate ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 5:47 pm

Minister strive for Islamic schools as safest places for children

Indonesia's Minister of Religious AffairsNasaruddin Umarreaffirmed the commitment to fostering a safe, ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 5:15 pm

Nine arrested after officers killed in Central Kalimantan drug raid

Indonesian police have arrested nine individuals suspected of involvement in the killing of three police officers ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 5:12 pm

BP Rebana promotes investment potentials to Malaysian business players

The Management Agency of the Cirebon-Patimban-Kertajati (Rebana) Metropolitan Area (BP Rebana) pitched various ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 5:03 pm

Gov't names caves with world's oldest painting as national heritage

The Ministry of Culture has designated the Liangkabori and Liang Metanduno caves, which hold the world's oldest ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 4:29 pm

Indonesia ramps up preparations for ICANN87 in Bali

The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Komdigi) has expressed full support for the upcoming ICANN87 Annual ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 4:05 pm

Minister hails Batak Opera as driver of creative economy

Minister of Creative Economy and Head of the Creative Economy Agency (Bekraf) Teuku Riefky Harsya has praised the Tona ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 3:45 pm

INNOPROM opens new doors for Indonesia's industry in Eurasia

Killing two birds with one stone is a common saying describing Indonesias efforts during participation at ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 2:55 pm

Environment Ministry drafts producer-funded waste management rule

The Ministry of Environment is drafting a Ministerial Regulation on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), which will ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 2:43 pm

National Internship Program: Paving the way for employment

To help university graduates transition seamlessly into the workforce and avoid long periods of unemployment, the ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 2:08 pm

Govt launches national movement to foster child-friendly spaces

The Indonesian government on Sunday rolled out theNational Movement for Safe and Comfortable Spaces for Children ...

Antara News 12 Jul 2026 1:58 pm